Switchboard Operator PRN St. Mary's Hospital

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Switchboard Operator - St. Marys Hospital

PRN every other weekend either 11am-730pm or 3pm-1130pm shifts

Job Summary:

The Switchboard Operator serves as a representative for a hospital-based multiple function call Switchboard Operator is responsible for relaying incoming outgoing and inter-office calls in a friendly effective and efficient Switchboard Operator operates the paging service as part of the Amcom messaging Switchboard Operator monitors multiple alarm panels and closed circuit television monitors activating notifications based on specific Switchboard Operator is responsible for over 100 answering service clients (physicians and hospital departments) paging correct on call duties as assigned and attends meetings and educational classes as required.

Essential Job Functions:

• Answers incoming calls for Bon Secours Virginia and Answering Services. Identifies and routes caller to most appropriate area with no more than one error per quarter as observed through random monitoring and customer complaints. Responds to callers questions and requests including patient information and telephone assistance in a courteous and businesslike fashion. Requires the ability to receive and convey information in a clear and concise manner. Takes complete and accurate messages.

• Provides emergency assistance (Code Blue Code Red Security & Engineering alarms etc.) to hospital personnel and the general public. Properly announces emergencies via pager phone and intercom announcement as indicated per the individual emergency protocol. Appropriately routes calls to additional resources as indicated. Responds to all codes urgently and maintains an accurate record of all emergency codes. Performs all overhead paging in a pleasant and professional manner.

• Maintains and updates current on call schedules for the answering service and various hospital departments using the Amcom On-Call scheduling system. Contacts appropriate on call personnel in a calm timely and efficient manner

• Displays adequate knowledge (through retention and use of resources) of BSV and medical terminology as evidenced by direct observation and random monitoring. Stays abreast of changes new areas and/or services within BSV. Informs management of required database updates.

• Promotes teamwork by cooperating and working together with all coworkers attending daily team huddles and staff meetings. Displays a positive attitude at all times.

• Maintains the confidentiality of all data including patient employee and operations data inside and outside of Bon Secours based on HIPAA compliance laws and Bon Secours protocols.

• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide customer service appropriate to all age groups of patients served by Bon Secours Virginia.

• Reports all equipment trouble to appropriate person and calls equipment vendor when IS Telecommunications equipment is in need of repair. Dispatches Maintenance/Engineering or Security personnel via radio patching to convey messages and/or repairs.

• Assist Lead Operators in the training of new operators.

• Supports the mission and values of BSHSI and adheres to all hospital and department policies and procedures.

• Completes requirements for in-service training acceptable attendance uniform and dress codes including personal hygiene and other work duties as assigned.

Education:

• High School Diploma/GED preferred

Skills & Abilities:

• Work requires the ability to read write type 25 WPM follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively at a high school or GED level; with a minimum of six months of recent customer service experience in a call center environment medical call center preferred.

• Work requires the interpersonal skills and a customer service orientation necessary to answer calls relay messages and communicate effectively with internal and external callers in a tactful and respectful manner. Use a calm tactful demeanor and appropriate communications during sensitive emotional and crisis situations. Also requires the ability to appropriately handle angry and/or distressed callers.

• Work requires strong communications skills a pleasant friendly voice and a professional appearance in representing the IS Telecommunications Department to medical staff patients and the public. Also requires the ability to perform as a team member and work under pressure.

• Work requires the ability to exercise critical thinking skills and the analytical ability necessary to initiate procedures for emergency situations such as fire medical emergencies disaster drills and security and maintenance emergencies; as well as the ability to multitask in a fast-paced work environment.

• Work requires the availability to work all shifts including in inclement weather travel between multiple facilities as necessary; therefore requires reliable transportation. Employee will be required to rotate on call after hours and weekends. Individual must work with little or no supervision.

• Requires computer knowledge and the ability to utilize software applications such as Microsoft Outlook Microsoft Word and Internet Explorer and additional software programs as implemented. Also must be able to multitask between various software applications.

Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Bon Secours associate youre part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay incentives referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical dental vision prescription coverage HSA/FSA options life insurances mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off parental and FMLA leave shot- and long-term disability backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a) 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age genetic information or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If youd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health Youngstown Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin Virginia; Petersburg Virginia; and Emporia Virginia which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .